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Guide to Medicare’s 2025 Annual Enrollment for 2026 Coverage

The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period is the single most important time of year for millions of Americans who rely on…

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ACA Healthcare Subsidies Guide: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, passed in 2010, represents one of the most significant reforms of the U.S.…

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Why Medicare Coverage for Hearing Aids Forces Seniors Into Private Plans

A reader writes to us: Why does the government force the elderly who are already on a fixed budget to…

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Managing Your Marketplace Health Plan: How to Change or Cancel Coverage

The Health Insurance Marketplace, accessible through HealthCare.gov, is a service designed by the federal government under the Affordable Care Act…

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Navigating Health Insurance Outside of Open Enrollment: Understanding Special Enrollment Periods

The main time for individuals and families to sign up for health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace occurs during…

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Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP): Insurance for Employers

The Small Business Health Options Program (SHOP) is an online health insurance marketplace created under the Affordable Care Act. United…

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Does the Marketplace Offer Dental Plans? Your Guide to Coverage Through HealthCare.gov

The Health Insurance Marketplace, accessible via HealthCare.gov, does provide pathways to obtain dental coverage. This guide offers information about how…

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Reporting Life Changes to the Health Insurance Marketplace: A Complete Guide

Life is full of changes, big and small. Getting married, welcoming a new child, or experiencing a job loss are…

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